Melinda French Gates Departs Gates Foundation to Focus on Gender Equality

With $12.5 billion, French Gates plans to advance women's and families' well-being through Pivotal Ventures.

Melinda French Gates will leave the Gates Foundation next month, taking $12.5 billion for her philanthropic work.
She aims to address gender equality and women's rights, especially in light of recent setbacks in the U.S.
French Gates has a history of supporting causes like abortion rights, caregiving, and paid family leave.
Her organization, Pivotal Ventures, has funded initiatives promoting gender equality and women's leadership.
The Gates Foundation will continue its global health equity mission with a $75.2 billion endowment.